Lakes of Covadonga Day Trip

9.70 / 10

1,086 reviews | 8,124 travellers

A very informative activity! Our guide was very kind and friendly with us and shared her knowledge about the Covadonga lakes and their birds! 10/10 recommended!

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Discover the fascinating wilderness of the Picos de Europa National Park on this bird-watching day trip to the Lakes of Covadonga from Cangas de Onís. Let's bask in the natural and ethnographic magic of Asturias!

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Discover the fascinating wilderness of the Picos de Europa National Park on this bird-watching day trip to the Lakes of Covadonga from Cangas de Onís. Let's bask in the natural and ethnographic magic of Asturias!

Explore the Lakes of Covadonga

Get ready for a memorable adventure after gathering at the parking lot of Llerado Street in Cangas de Onis. Hop aboard our vehicle as we embark on a journey to discover the breathtaking beauty of the Picos de Europa National Park.

For 3.5 captivating hours, we'll have a blast exploring the stunning Covadonga, Enol, and Ercina lakes nestled between high mountain peaks at an altitude of 1100 meters. As we share fascinating insights into the formation of these landscapes, you'll have ample opportunities to soak in the magnificent surroundings and capture remarkable photos with the lakes as your backdrop. Our route will mainly focus on discovering the beautiful nature, geology, and ethnography of the surrounding area.

Next, we'll venture to Vega de Enol, the birthplace of the renowned Gamoneu cheese. Delve into the art of cheese-making as you learn from the skilled shepherds and indulge in the exquisite flavors of this local delicacy.

Our journey continues with a stop at the Mirador de la Reina, where we'll be treated to awe-inspiring views. Equipped with binoculars and telescopes, we'll have the chance to observe majestic birds of prey, including vultures, golden eagles, and bearded vultures. Discover the fascinating reintroduction project dedicated to the bearded vultures and uncover the intriguing story behind their formidable name.

Throughout the tour, we'll also delve into the lives of other captivating creatures that call the park home, such as bears, wolves, and chamois. As our adventure nears its end, we'll return you to the meeting point, bidding farewell and leaving you with cherished memories of this unforgettable experience.

Pet Policy

If you'd like to participate in this activity with your pet, they're more than welcome. Please keep in mind all dogs must wear muzzles during the activity. Large dogs are also welcome and will require a children's ticket for admission.

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Duration

3h 30m.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English, although it may occasionally be done in two languages.

Included

Transport by minibus for smaller groups

English–speaking guide

Binoculars and telescope

When to book?

You can book up to the start time, as long as there are places remaining. Book now to guarantee your spot.

Type of voucher

Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.

Sustainability Code

Our providers commit to:

Provide a safe and satisfying experience.

Reduce, reuse, recycle.

Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.

Uphold fair employment standards.

Foster the growth of local communities.

Preserve the integrity of local culture.

Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.

Ensure ethical treatment of animals.

Operate with honesty and transparency.

Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.

This particular activity contributes as follows:

Printed material is avoided.

No single-use plastics are used.

The activity helps the conservation of biodiversity.

The activity helps the dissemination of local cultural heritage.

The activity promotes local production.

No printing of documentation required.

Promotes local employment.

Has a gender equality policy.

Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
Provider
Birdwatch Asturias Show more

Birdwatch Asturias

Corporate name: Aránzazu Marcotegui Fernández-Valmayor

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Pets

Permitted.
Frequently asked questions
Q - Will I need to bring a child's car seat if I'm travelling with a baby?

A - If you're joining us with a baby (under 125 cm/ 4.1 feet tall), you'll need to bring the approved child seat or booster seat to be attached to the vehicle. The seats you bring can't be of the 'isofix' type as our vehicles don't have this system. If your child is taller than 125 cm or 4.1 feet tall then you won't have to bring the booster seat as we have them available.

Q - How far will we have to walk?

A - There may be walks of up to 10 minutes.

Q - If I'm bringing a pet, do I need to give prior notice?

A - Pets are allowed on this activity. If you wish to go on the excursion with your pet, you'll have to contact the local provider beforehand to let them know. In addition, you must take into account that, if it's a dog, it must wear a muzzle. You should also take into consideration that if your pet is too big, you'll have to pay the child rate for it.

Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?

A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.

Q - How to book?

A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.

Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?

A - This activity requires a minimum of 4 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.

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If you have any other questions please contact us.
Cancellations

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this time or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.
Meeting point

Meeting point

Car park on Calle el Lerado

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5 out of 1,086 review

9.7 / 10

9.7024861878453 1,086 review | 8,124 travellers

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Nov / 01 / 2024

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Corina

A Coruña, Spain

Ha sido una actividad maravillosa! Ruta en grupo pequeño. Joaquín es un guía espectacular, pendiente en todo momento de nuestro bienestar y de que conociéramos cada detalle de la fauna, la flora, los lugares y hasta de las gentes de cada rincón a los que nos ha llevado. Siempre disponible para contestar todas nuestras dudas y curiosidades. Hemos aprendido muchísimo!! Sin duda, todo un acierto haber escogido esta visita guiada. Gracias Joaquín! Translate this opinion into English.

It was a wonderful activity! Small group tour. Joaquín is a spectacular guide, always attentive to our well-being and to ensure that we knew every detail of the fauna, flora, places and even the people of each corner he took us to. Always available to answer all our questions and curiosities. We learned a lot!! Without a doubt, it was a great success to have chosen this guided tour. Thank you Joaquín! Opinion translated. Show original.

I travelled with small children

10

Oct / 11 / 2024

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Adrián

Santa Cruz De Tenerife, Spain

La actividad fue más que excelente, los guías a parte de tener un extenso conocimiento sobre la visita en concreto, nos dieron información añadida de las curiosidades del mundo de los quesos que se elaboran en la zona y sobre las aves auctotonas, a parte del trabajo de la repoblación de aves casi extintas como fue el caso del buitre quebrantahuesos. Hemos estado muy cómodos durante toda la visita, el tiempo nos acompañó y los guías han estado muy atentos a todo el grupo. Muy recomendable. Translate this opinion into English.

The activity was more than excellent. The guides, apart from having extensive knowledge about the specific visit, gave us additional information about the curiosities of the world of cheeses that are made in the area and about native birds, apart from the work of repopulating almost extinct birds such as the bearded vulture. We were very comfortable throughout the visit, the weather was good and the guides were very attentive to the entire group. Highly recommended. Opinion translated. Show original.

I travelled with my partner

10

Sep / 07 / 2024

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Anonymous

Málaga, Spain

Nos encantó a los cuatro, mis niños quedaron fascinados con la visita a los lagos, los valles y el Mirador de la Reina. Los guías Javi y Arancha grandes conocedores del parque, de su entorno, de toda la vida animal, pastoreo, la cría de los buitres,... Vaya, una maravilla de excursión. Translate this opinion into English.

The four of us loved it, my children were fascinated with the visit to the lakes, the valleys and the Mirador de la Reina. The guides Javi and Arancha were very knowledgeable about the park, its surroundings, all the animal life, grazing, vulture breeding... Wow, a wonderful excursion. Opinion translated. Show original.

I travelled with teenagers

10

Sep / 04 / 2024

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Angel

Sevilla, Spain

Visita muy recomendable. En vehículos cómodos (nada de ir sentado de lado en un Land Rover) y con la preocupación de los guías de ir reorganizando las paradas para poder ofrecer las mejores vistas evitando las nubes si aparecen. Antes de empezar nos comentaron que estaba nublado por si queríamos cancelar. Replantearon el recorrido una vez en los lagos y fue un acierto 100%. Además, complementan la visita con una charla y observación de buitres. Mi hijo tiene un nuevo animal favorito: el buitre Translate this opinion into English.

A highly recommended visit. In comfortable vehicles (no sitting sideways in a Land Rover) and with the guides' concern to reorganize the stops to be able to offer the best views avoiding the clouds if they appear. Before starting they told us that it was cloudy in case we wanted to cancel. They rethought the route once in the lakes and it was a 100% success. In addition, they complement the visit with a talk and vulture observation. My son has a new favorite animal: the vulture. Opinion translated. Show original.

I travelled with small children

10

Sep / 04 / 2024

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Francisco

Spain

Nada más llegar, como era un día nublado, Joaquín nos dijo de si queríamos cancelar o seguir adelante con la actividad ya que no nos podía garantizar un tiempo óptimo para la actividad. Decidimos seguir adelante y probar suerte y que suerte tuvimos! Pudimos apreciar los paisajes, los lagos. Arantxa, la otra guía nos explicó muchas cosas, fue muy amable y hizo de la visita un momento dinámico y agradable. Recomendamos sin duda está actividad con esta empresa. Incluso pudimos ver águilas. Translate this opinion into English.

As soon as we arrived, as it was a cloudy day, Joaquín asked us if we wanted to cancel or continue with the activity as he could not guarantee us optimal weather for the activity. We decided to go ahead and try our luck and how lucky we were! We were able to appreciate the landscapes, the lakes. Arantxa, the other guide, explained many things to us, she was very kind and made the visit a dynamic and pleasant moment. We definitely recommend this activity with this company. We even got to see eagles. Opinion translated. Show original.

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